Peru•South AmericaRentista Visa (Independent Means)
At a Glance
Processing Time
30-60 days
Application Fee
1,300 USD
Stay Duration
Indefinite
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Permanent residency visa for those with regular monthly income from pensions, annuities, investments, or other passive income sources. Minimum monthly income of USD 1,000 required. Valid indefinitely and renewable.
The Rentista visa is Peru's primary residency visa for retirees and those with passive income. It requires proof of regular monthly income from pensions, government benefits, annuities, royalties, or investment dividends. Additional income is required for each dependent.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
12,000 USD
per year
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Minimum 6 months validity
Proof of monthly income
Bank statements, pension letters, annuity documentation, or investment statements showing minimum USD 1,000/month
Criminal record certificate
From home country verified through Interpol
Birth certificate
Official birth certificate
Passport photos
Recent color photographs
Marriage certificate
If applicable, for dependent spouse
OptionalTranslated documents
All foreign documents translated to Spanish
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Advantages
- Indefinite validity
- No employment requirement
- Can include dependents
- Path to citizenship after 2 years
- Work-free living option
Considerations
- Requires minimum monthly income
- Must maintain physical presence
- Income requirements adjusted annually
- Dependent income requirements
- Currency fluctuation risk
Application Process
Verify income requirements
Ensure minimum monthly income of USD 1,000 (USD 12,000 annually)
Gather financial documentation
Collect bank statements, pension letters, investment statements, annuity documents
Prepare application documents
Gather passport, criminal record, birth certificate, and other required documents
Submit application
Apply at Peruvian consulate or embassy
Pay visa fee
Pay total fees including government and consular charges (approximately USD 1,300)
Await decision
Processing typically takes 30-60 business days
Application Forms
Rentista Visa Application
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